Marie Claire articles from September 2004

Marie Claire archives from September 2004

Editor's note.(Editorial)
September 1, 2004... IN EIGHTH GRADE, MY BEST FRIEND CINDY AND I (WHO ALREADY CONSIDERED ourselves devout fashionistas) declared that it would be an official breech of the friendship if either of us cracked open the September issue of our favorite fashion magazine...

For three years, I've been looking for someone to write about shopping in a funny, smart, modern way.(behind the scenes)(Adena Halpern)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... FOR THREE YEARS, I'VE BEEN LOOKING FOR someone to write about shopping in a funny, smart, modern way. And I've found her. Adena Halpern (above; her first hilarious essay, "My Life in 6-Inch Heels," is on p. 298), says she grew up in department...

Talk about 10th anniversaries!(behind the scenes)(Joanna Martine Woolfolk)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... TALK ABOUT 10th ANNIVERSARIES! Astrologer Joanna Martine Woolfolk has been with Marie Claire from almost the beginning, and now she's moved into fashion, creating beautiful scarves--one for each sign. Says Joanna, "Each zodiac design celebrates...

Marie Claire was pleased to partner recently with L.A. beauty boutique LOLA to raise money for H.E.L.P., the Hollywood Education & Literacy Project.(behind the scenes)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... MARIE CLAIRE WAS PLEASED TO partner recently with L.A. beauty boutique LOLA to raise money for H.E.L.P., the Hollywood Education & Literacy Project. Here I am with LOLA owner Victoria Jackson, who not only creates amazing cosmetics, but takes...

Bad girl or bright star?(talk to us!)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2004... Thank you so much for your Britney Spears cover (June 2004)! Britney has been caught up in a whirlwind of bad press lately, and it's nice to see her someplace other than the cover of the tabloids! People love to hate her so much that they...

Just vote!(talk to us!)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2004... Thanks for the article, "Why Vote? Because If You Don't, Someone Else Will" (June 2004). As a young woman acutely aware of what is going on in our own country and in the world, I sincerely hope other women will speak out and voice their...

"Thank you, Captain Bryen!".(talk to us!)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2004... I just read "The Iraq War You Haven't Heard About" (June 2004), about U.S. Army Captain Gabrielle Bryen, whose unit set up the Anaconda Medical Clinic in Balad, Iraq. My son was gravely injured in Balad in August 2003 when his Humvee was hit by...

Indecent exposure?(talk to us!)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2004... I was featured in your May 2004 issue in "Why is This Woman Naked?" as an exhibitionist. As a result of the article's publication, I was terminated from my position as a case manager for a high-profile non-profit organization. I have no regrets...

Minority report.(talk to us!)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2004... I love Marie Claire because many of your features empower women by encouraging us not only to recognize our own natural beauty for what it is, but also to develop a serious social consciousness. I was therefore pleased as well as concerned with...

Makeup for men?(talk to us!)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2004... I hadn't laughed out loud reading an article in years until I read Ty Wenger's "Can a Man Wear Makeup and Still Save Face?" (June 2004). He is hysterical. I am married to the same type of guy, who combs his hair once a day, never looks in the...

A fishy story.(talk to us!)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2004... In reference to "What Would Your Life Look Like if You Lived in Another Country?" (June 2004), I am from Holland, and I was sorry to see the question "Would you eat a raw herring for dinner?" suggesting we here in Holland do exactly that. We...

The cost of looking good.(talk to us!)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2004... After reading "Who Spends the Most on Looking Good?" (June 2004), I must commend Marie Claire for its inventive spins on women's various idiosyncrasies--though I would recommend that Suzanne, the hedge-fund executive in the article, visit a...

Save big $$$.
September 1, 2004... Want a whole new fall look? Or just one really amazing piece? We've got you covered! Visit three of our favorite online retailers, and get huge savings on everything from brooches to bags, tweed coats to pencil skirts--exclusively for Marie...

Free for you.(exclusives)
September 1, 2004... Win designer beauty collections worth more than $5000 Christian Dior * 4 prizes each set worth $230 Like its fashion, Christian Dior's fall makeup collection is bold, featuring colorful shadows, burgundy tones, and a rich, concentrated...

Haute to do.(Haute buzz: a monthly guide to irresistible objects and haute events.)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2004... the coolest lounge in soho--and you're invited Join Bloomingdale's Soho and Marie Claire at Lingerie Lounge, a downtown party for the new Choice Calvin Klein. It's one cool night filled with Tarot card readings, delish treats, fearless...

Essential embellishments.(Accessories Council)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2004... ROBERT ROSE Go on, add some shimmer to your fall wardrobe. Step into the right with vintage-inspired brooches that feature brilliant cobalt, rose and violet gemstone detail. Available at Famous Barr, Filene's, Foley's, Hecht's, Kaufmann's,...

Fabulous flats.(What's hot: fall's greatest finds--and how to wear them)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2004... Remember Sam & Libby ballet shoes? The flat-soled, bow-bedecked wonders that you couldn't get enough of in high school? Meet the grown-up version. Sam Edelman, cofounder of the label, has struck out on his own with a great new collection. Our...

Full skirts and dresses.(What's hot: fall's greatest finds--and how to wear them)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... With Hollywood's most stylish women dressing up like midcentury made-moiselles, and full skirts and pink lady-style sweaters flooding the runways, there's no question that 1950s fashions are a major influence for fall. Our favorite place to get...

Go faux.(What's hot: fall's greatest finds--and how to wear them)
September 1, 2004... EDITORS' PICK Faux-fur jacket, $64, Newport News; www.newportnews.com. Stable capes... fox wraps... mink trim... fur is huge this season. Here, how to make a fabulous fake look like the real thing. 1 KEEP IT SHORT. Long-haired...

Best fall buy.(shopping special)
September 1, 2004... [Head-to-toe plaid worked on the runway, but, this tartan skirt, is more versatile when paired with these luxurious tops] RUNWAY REALWAY 1. WARM UP A CLASSIC SKIRT with a sweater that has a touch of cozy faux fur. Sweater, $89,...

Update your look.(shopping special)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2004... CASHMERE: What you need to know to get the best at every price 1 LOOK FOR A TIGHT WEAVE An extra-fluffy sweater (one that looks like angora) might feel luxe to the touch, but it will pill faster and more frequently. Sweaters that are more...

Diva hair (you can wear).(beauty)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... The secret to wearing risque hair--in real life? Copy the cuts, but tone down the color. Here, simple ways to make over-the-top tresses look terrific and wearable. Retro Waves Short strands, loose curls, and volume work well in...

Haute hints.(Haute buzz: a monthly guide to irresistible objects and haute events.)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2004... look the part, get the part! Enter to win at Kmart. GRAND PRIZE may win a walk-on role on The WB and a trip for 4 to LA! FIRST PRIZES (3) win a trip to LA for 4 and a VIP tour of Warner Bros studios. Here's how it works: shop around...

Haute stuff.(Haute buzz: a monthly guide to irresistible objects and haute events.)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2004... indulge your inner glamour girl MARCIANO a new line for the glamour girl in all of us. It's feminine, chic and unapologetically sexy. Available at GUESS? stores nationwide and in MARCIANO boutiques starting in Fall 2004. Priced from $78...

10 best stylemakers to watch.
September 1, 2004... You may not have heard of them--yet--but you'll want their goods. Trust us 1 THE SHOE MAESTRO Who Is He? Jean-Michel Cazabat, 45; born in France; spent 19 years working for big-name accessories houses like Stephane Kelian and Charles...

10 best fashion.(recommends)
September 1, 2004... Warm up to rich jewel tones and cozy tweeds--under $100. 1 TWEED SKIRT, $79, Bebe; (877) 232-3777. 2 FAUX-FUR STOLE, $88, Black River at Nordstrom; (800) 695-8000. 3 BROOCH, $95, R.J. Graziano; (212) 685-1248. 4 SWEATER, $79,...

10 best beauty.(recommends)
September 1, 2004... Marie Claire beauty editors pick this month's must-haves. Your Perfume 1 SPARKLING SCENT: Envelop yourself in Guerlain Shalimar Light Fragrance, $60, a fresh, floral blend. Your Body 2 BEST BUFFER: Rub out rough spots with...

10 best to do.(recommends)(Bibliography)
September 1, 2004... WATCH IT 1 WE DON'T LIVE HERE ANYMORE Warning. The temperature rises to an uncomfortable high in this drama about two couples who let tensions escalate into adultery. Naomi Watts, Mark Ruffalo, Laura Dern, and Peter Krause turn in sexy,...

"It's hard to be me (but it's good)".(celebrity lives)(Interview)(Cover Story)
September 1, 2004... Whether she's making movies or music, has just broken up or just wed, JENNIFER LOPEZ is a headline waiting to happen. With her marriage to Marc Anthony, a new film, and an album on the way, she has no intention of sitting anything out. But...

What does he really think about your look?(appearances)
September 1, 2004... Does he find fur coat sexy? Are bows and flowers a turnoff? We polled 150 real guys to find out their true feelings about what you wear. Their answers are surprising. head-to-toe black "Too stiff--like Lilith from Frasier. She'll break...

When did fat become a crime?(interview with Peter Stearns, PH.D)(Interview)
September 1, 2004... Americans have a history of equating abstinence with virtue: Somehow, giving up sex or cigarettes makes you a "better person." But when we vilify fat, it may actually backfire--and make us fatter. Read on... MARIE CLAIRE: Why do Americans...

What does your stuff say about you?(psychology)
September 1, 2004... The material things you surround yourself with can reveal surprising truths about your personality--and even point you toward the life you should be lea ding. We asked five women to name three things they'd save if their homes caught fire. Then...

Miller vs Maher: two funnymen from opposite ends of the political spectrum sound off on liars, liberals, and being handcuffed to Hillary Clinton. Here's what they told us.(election 2004)(Interview)
September 1, 2004... MARIE CLAIRE: List the top three reasons women should vote Republican. DENNIS MILLER: 1) Republicans might not be pro-choice in many ways, but they treat women respectfully. 2) Also, I believe the Democratic Party is beginning to take for...

"I had my leg amputated and I'm happier!".(first person)(Hope Bevilhymer's personal story)
September 1, 2004... Born with clubfeet, Hope Bevilhymer endured 29 surgeries on her right leg in 25 years and still suffered constant, searing pain. Finally, she resorted to amputation. Today she snowboards, surfs, and helps amputees worldwide I WAS BORN WITH...

Could Mr. Wrong be right for you? What if you met the man of your dreams, then found out he was a convicted murderer? What if he were your boss? Or your cousin? Three women talk about finding true, lasting love in very dangerous liaisons.(couples)
September 1, 2004... "I married a murderer!" JODIE, 65, PR EXECUTIVE I MET MY HUSBAND, BILLY, IN 1981. I WAS WORKING ON A TV series about the death penalty when I visited the Louisiana prison where Billy was incarcerated. I'll never forget the physical impact...

Does this little girl look like a witch to you?(investigation)(economic, cultural and social stagnation)
September 1, 2004... The people of Congo--a nation ravaged by war, disease, and poverty--think so. In fact, many have taken to blaming their children for the country's misfortunes. These children, or "witches," are subjected to all kinds of physical and mental...

Haute tips.(Haute buzz: a monthly guide to irresistible objects and haute events)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2004... join NIVEA[R] club blue Register today for a chance to receive free gifts, samples and a Caribbean vacation package (Florida residents excluded). The first 1,000 registrants who log on to www.NIVEApromo.com/hearst and sign up for Club...

Horoscope.
September 1, 2004... LIBRA (SEPTEMBER 23-OCTOBER 22) LOVE: You have a deep capacity for intimacy, but you're sacrificing too much to keep a relationship in balance. By bringing a difficult issue into the open, you'll heal a part of the emotional past. WORK: As...

How to find the best fall looks for you.(shopping)
September 1, 2004... On the next six pages, fashion insiders take this season's biggest trends and show you how to make them work for your body FIGURE FIXERS special minimize hips Slim your bottom half with these great finds RUNWAY to REALWAY ...

Stop stressing. Lose weight.(Previews)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2004... Day-to-day stress can have a devastating effect on your weight, says Dr. Shawn Talbott, adjunct professor, University of Utah and Olympic Trainer. "Daily stress--career, relationships, traffic, bills, lack of sleep--causes the body to...

Anti-aging facial pads.(Previews)(from B & P Co. Inc.)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... The B & P Co. has been making Frownies for wrinkles since 1889, boasting an impressive client list of celebrities and Oscar[R] winners. These paper pads act as a splint to gently re-educate the facial muscles; training them to assume a relaxed...

Be bold ...(Previews)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2004... The must-have watch from P.Peugeot. A bold 40mm steel finish case, sparkling Austrian Crystals and genuine leather strap combine for one eye catching watch that hits all the trends. Price: $58.00, Style# 310 available in Green, Orange, Pink,...

Fashion: old vs. new: the quickest way to update your look this season? Store your summer staples and invest in these fun fall styles.
September 1, 2004... OLD CLEAR TOTES NEW TWEED HANDBAGS $328, Coach; (866) 262-2440 for stores. OLD TROPICAL PRINTS NEW LEOPARD SPOTS OLD FRILLY MINIS NEW PENCIL SKIRTS $68, The Limited; (800) 756-4449 for stores....

Soft rock: give this season's good-girl styles a bad-girl edge with rock-star details---denim, sparkle, and fringe.
September 1, 2004... On women from Left: Velvet jacket, $388, skirt, $258, Marc by Marc Jacobs; fox stole, $495, Adrienne Landau; boots, $1295, Jimmy Choo: hat, $388 Patricia Underwood Blazer, $169, Kenneth Cole New York; shirt, $89, Jones New York Signature jeans,...

Timeless chic.(Advertisement)
September 1, 2004... Perfect sweaters... slim skirts... snappy suits... as Lauren Bush shows us, some things are just as fabulous today as they were in the '50s, when Grace Kelly wore them. Tailoring is always worth it--even inexpensive pieces look like a...

Style on trial.(Advertisement)
September 1, 2004... When a celeb enters the courtroom, her outfit attracts almost as much attention as her testimony. (Who can forget Martha Stewart's $14,000 Birkin bag?) Here, our favorite fall accessories, guaranteed to win raves from a jury of your peers. ...

The new tweeds.(Advertisement)
September 1, 2004... Forget classic black and white and traditional heathered brown. Today's tweeds are candy-bright, fabulously feminine, and thoroughly gorgeous. Jacket, $158, skirt, $78, Express; tie-neck blouse $231, Walter bag, $750, Hogan; brooch, $115,...

Runway vs. realway.(Advertisement)
September 1, 2004... Fall's best pieces aren't just for the catwalk. Here, how to make the season's greatest trends work for you TIP DON'T GO HEAD-TO-TOE PLAID. MIX YOUR TWEEDY PLAID JACKET WITH SOLID SEPARATES FOR A MORE FLATTERING LOOK. Realway THIS...

101 ideas: clean lines and cool details add up to high-impact fashion.(Advertisement)
September 1, 2004... This season, kick up your heels in clothes that move 1 Jacket, $78, top, $19.50, pants, $49.50, bag, $128, Gap; boots, $435, Stuart Weitzman; earrings, $5.50, Claire's. 2 Top, $46, Kenzie; pants, $58, Express; shoes, $85, Enzo Angiolini;...

Best pieces at every price: take your pick of fall's greatest styles--whatever your budget.(shopping)
September 1, 2004... cardigans $325 MARGARET LOVES PETER at Cashmere New York, (212) 744-3500 $275 WALTER at Neiman Marcus, www.neimanmarcus.com $205 TRACY REESE at Big Drop, (212) 794-3200 $146 PLENTY BY TRACY REESE at Anthropologie,...

10 items 10 ways.(shopping)
September 1, 2004... With simple silhouettes, rich hues, and punches of pattern, these 10 timeless pieces take you from work to weekend, from lunch hour to after hours. 1 PANTS $89, DKNY Jeans Juniors; (800) 777-4524. 2 TOP $235, Prudence at Beau; (415)...

Splurge vs steal: mix and match these great investments and winning deals.(shopping)
September 1, 2004... splurge $695 Calvin Klein, (888) 222-1213 $220 White + Warren, (877) 887-7707 $235 BOSS Hugo Boss, (800) HUGO-BOSS $365 Francesco Biasia, (800) 865-5422 $110 R.J. Graziano (212) 685-1248 $2245 Louis Vuitton, (866)...

Beauty: what yourself want for fall.(Advertisement)
September 1, 2004... 1 PINK CHEEKS: Invest in a rosy blush for a ladylike cheek look that complements this season's ultra-feminine fashions. TIP: True pink (like makeup artist Trish McEvoy's blush in Healthy, above) suite dark complexions best, says McEvoy. If...

2 new looks for you.(fall beauty)
September 1, 2004... Why get just one new look this season when you can have two? As these pictures prove, the same woman can pull off a classic or sexy effect. Here, straight from the fall runways, pro tips, tricks, and product picks to help you work both of these...

Lips to love.(what's hot)(from Estee Lauder)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... DON'T BE FOOLED by the ultra-bright exterior: Estee Lauder's new Pure Color LipTints, $20 each (shown in Berry Kiss, Mandarin Kiss, and Plum Cassis), impart a subtle stain that, when topped with clear gloss, is the perfect complement to fall's...

Extend your manicure.(what's hot)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2004... Trying to prolong the life of your polish? Sweep on Aura Science Embellish Transforming Seal for Nails, $8.50 (shown in Coral Flash).The sparkly sealant blends beautifully with any nailcolor, giving it an iridescent finish that totally obscures...

Fragrance compacts!(what's hot)
September 1, 2004... Ten years after its debut, Donna Karan Cashmere Mist has become a classic--one of those scents that is instantly recognizable and smells like no other. As a present to Marie Claire readers--who are helping us celebrate our own 10-year...

Best blush.(what's hot)
September 1, 2004... We're all fans of DuWop's blast-from-the-past Blush Therapy stick, $22 (shown in Hug). Although the packaging is retro, the blush has been modernized with the addition of aromatherapy. Rather than taint the creamy formula with essential oils,...

Direct from Didi.(what's hot)
September 1, 2004... At the risk of sharing too much information, I must tell you about Derma-Doctor Total Nonscents Ultra-Gentle Brightening Antiperspirant, $28, a fabulous product for those with sensitive and discolored underarm skin (I'm guessing I'm not alone...

Win a new pair of shoes ...(what's hot)
September 1, 2004... Jergens invites you to log on to jergens.com from September 8 to 15 for a chance to win designer shoes and moisturizer--fall's hottest accessories.

Make your hair grow faster: long hair is back! Grow out last season's bangs, shaggy layers, and close crops with this step-by-step strategy.(beauty)
September 1, 2004... 1 Cut your hair. Yes, that's right. Before you start to grow your locks, you've got to suck it up, visit a salon, and snip off all the damaged ends. "Otherwise, the damage will travel up the hair shaft and weaken your growing hair," says...

Splurge vs steal: take your pick of this month's best investments & greatest deals.(beauty)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... $24 Splurge Stila Lip Glaze in Fruit Punch Steal Bonne Bell Lip d'Votion in Real Raspberry Framboise $550 $55 Splurge Tarte Glistening Powder in Tickled Pink Steal Apt. 5 Body Shimmer Pink in BS-02 $750 $16 Splurge Cargo Eye...

Eat like a man and lose weight: seven weight-loss secrets from the opposite sex that will work wonders for you, too.(nude & improve)
September 1, 2004... 1 Men skip the colorful cocktails. Red, pink, and pale green "women's" drinks are often loaded with sugar and calories--a 6 fluidounce daiquiri has 330 calories--while an ounce of Dewar's White Label Scotch Whisky with club soda (or diet...

New, easy sleep solutions: you don't have to toss and turn all night. Get the sleep you need with these proven pill-free strategies.(health check)
September 1, 2004... "A pillow spray got me off Xanax." CHRISTINE, 30, SOCIAL WORKER "After years of tossing, turning, and sleeping only three or so hours a night, I had become exhausted. Each day, I was irritable: I started taking Xanax to calm my anxiety...

What would you give up for a better body?(your best body)
September 1, 2004... Carbs? Alcohol? Wheat? Or would you chuck fat or sweets? These five women gave up classic problems foods for six weeks, with the help of Lori Reamer, nutrition director at Canyon Ranch Spas. You'll be surprised by the results. "I exercised...

4 new orgasm truths & lies: can a pill boost desire? Does drinking enhance sex? The real answers to these and other hot questions can get you your best orgasms ever.(sexual health)
September 1, 2004... 1. NO PILL CAN BOOST YOUR LIBIDO. TRUE OR FALSE? False. Female Viagra hasn't panned out, but two studies suggest there is a pill that can enhance your libido--and believe it or not, it's an antidepressant. "Buproprion has been shown to...

Adena Halpern's The Haute Life: "my life in 6-inch heels": in the coming months, Adena Halpern will muse on everything from lucky panties to lending clothes. In this essay, her first, she insists that what she lacks in height she easily makes up for in heel.(essay)
September 1, 2004... I don't care what anyone else thinks: I don't feel comfortable unless I'm in a heel that could give me a nosebleed from the altitude. My brother calls them "stilts." Ramdom people come up to me on street and ask me how I can walk in them....